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Community and commuter access in Brookline Village
In the landscape of Boston’s suburbs, Brookline Village is iconic for its stunning historic housing and spirit of community connection. Locals drawn to living in the Village, as it’s affectionately called, seek more than bragging rights for their stately home address – they seek an intentional community of neighbors frequenting the same small businesses and local parks. “People want different kinds of houses, they’re doctors and Harvard professors and hedge fund managers, but they all want to be in the Village. They want to sit on the porch and see their neighbors walking by,” says Jim Nemetz, managing broker of Hammond Residential Real Estate since 1995 who specializes in the Greater Boston region. Only 5 miles from Boston’s downtown area by car, bus or train and a quick walk to many of Boston’s hospitals, Brookline Village offers connection to Boston without sacrificing its strong local community.
Just five miles from downtown Boston, Brookline Village feels a world away.
There are a wide variety of Colonial styles that line the streets of Brookline Village.
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Local businesses and global dining on Washington and Cypress streets
Locals take pride in shopping and dining within the Village, often walking and biking to support beloved community staples. Some businesses, such as Kurkman’s Market and the Puppet Showplace Theater, have served multiple generations of Brookline Village residents. Restaurants with cuisine from around the globe are also within walking distance of most homes. On Cypress Street, options include Dolma Mediterranean Cuisine, popular for its Turkish and Greek specialties and colorful interior. On Washington Street, Mahaniyom offers a casual, authentic Thai dining experience and has been named Boston’s best Thai restaurant by several publications. There are furniture restoration shops and cheese shops, as well as an entire store for those who enjoy playing Warhammer. For weekly shopping trips, grocery stores, including Stop & Shop and Trader Joe’s, are less than 1 mile up Harvard Street.
Kurkman's Market Co. is a long-running grocer in the Brookline Village neighborhood.
Dolma Mediterranean Cuisine in Brookline Village is well known for Turkish and Greek fare.
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From softball at Cypress Street Park to Japanese story time at the library
Residents of Brookline Village rarely find themselves more than a few blocks away from public green spaces. Parks like Emerson Garden and Cypress Street Park speckle the area, providing neighborhood kids with softball fields and basketball courts to practice on and playgrounds to climb while parents chat on park benches. The Village is also bordered by Brookline Reservoir and Olmsted Park, which are popular for their tranquil, tree-lined walking paths and waterside views. In addition to outdoor recreation, there are puppetry classes and shows at the Puppet Showplace Theater. The Coolidge Corner Library on Washington Street offers craft workshops and cooking lessons for teens, in addition to children’s story times in English, Japanese, Spanish and American Sign Language.
The Brookline Village neighborhood has many parks and playgrounds for locals and visitors.
Cypress Street Park is great space to play in the heart of Brookline Village.
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Trick-or-treaters converge on Brook Street
Neighbors take seasonal events seriously in Brookline Village. On Halloween, for example, Brook Street is a hot destination for trick-or-treaters across the area. “The people living there spend $400 on candy because they know families are coming from all around,” Nemetz says. In the summer months, locals can pack a picnic dinner and head to Fisher Hill Reservoir Park, less than 2 miles from the Village, to enjoy free live music through the Brookline Outdoor Summer Concert series.
Early 1900s homes and condos in the Village
Along paved sidewalks shaded by century-old maples, Brookline Village offers housing ranging from one-bedroom condos to early-1900s six-bedroom residences on 1-acre lots. Most single-family homes were built around the turn of the 20th century, and architectural styles include colorful Queen Annes and Victorians, as well as Greek Revivals and a few Tudor Revivals. Housing prices start around $1.4 million and usually top out at $3.8 million, though well-preserved historic residences and contemporary new builds sometimes sell for just under $6 million. For residents interested in condos, units in converted Victorian-era homes, brick row houses and those in sleek, linear complexes built in the 1970s range from $450,000 to $2 million, depending on the number of bedrooms.
Within blocks of this beautiful Tudor are all the amenities of Brookline Village.
Enjoy walks on the streets of Brookline Village full of historic homes and mature trees.
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A-plus Public Schools of Brookline
One of the perks of living in the Village is that children can attend schools within the Public Schools of Brookline, a district that not only receives an A-plus on Niche but also ranks as the No. 3 best school district in Massachusetts. Depending on a family’s address, students may be zoned for John D. Runkle School, William H. Lincoln School or John B. Pierce School for kindergarten through eighth grade. Runkle and Lincoln earn A scores on Niche, and Pierce gets an A-plus. Pierce is currently being rebuilt, so classes will take place in the Old Lincoln School and Fisher Hill until construction is complete. All students can then transition to A-plus-rated Brookline High School. Brookline High proudly celebrates the diversity of its student body — there are children from more than 69 countries at the school. Local families can also find an A-plus-rated private school within the community — Maimonides School teaches preschool through 12th grade students. With Harvard Medical School and several other renowned colleges nearby, students do not have to leave the greater Boston area to access a world-class education.
John D. Runkle School in Brookline serves students in grades PK-8.
Brookline High School in Brookline received an overall score of A+ on niche.
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Brookline Hills and Brookline Village subway stops make for an easy commute
Brookline Village is well positioned for residents seeking access to the greater Boston area by car or by public transportation. State Route 9 passes through the community, connecting drivers to Interstates 95 and 90. To avoid the stress of driving in downtown traffic, many residents utilize the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority, locally known as “the T,” which offers both bus and subway service into Boston. There are two Green Line subway stops in the Village, Brookline Hills and Brookline Village, and there are bus stops scattered around the Village. Employees of the many hospitals within the Longwood Medical and Academic Area often choose to walk or bike to workplaces just 1 to 2 miles east of their homes.
Green line train station
Brookline Village station sits right in heart of the area giving easy access to amenities.
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Potential concerns for some residents
Those considering a home in Brookline Village should be aware that, as with many Boston-area neighborhoods, city noise and flooding can potentially disrupt life. Some low-lying properties fall within flood zones — some buyers may be required to purchase flood insurance. Homes closest to major roadways will often hear the sound of passing cars, especially during rush hour.
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Parks in this Area
Clark Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Trails
Mary E. Robinson Playground
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Dog Park
Cypress Street Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Playground
Harry Downes Playground and Field
Baseball/Softball
Dog Park
Picnic Area
Brookline Avenue Playground
Linden Square
Murphy Playground
Basketball
Trails
Playground
Billy Ward Playground
Picnic Area
Trails
Playground
Emerson Garden
Transit
Airport
General Edward Lawrence Logan International
16 min drive
Subway
Brookline Village Station
Subway
Brookline Hills Station
Bus
High St & Highland Rd
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Cypress St & Milton Rd
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High St & Cypress St
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Cypress St & Kendall St
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Harvard St & Washington St
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High St & Cumberland Ave
Bus
Brookline Ave & Pearl St
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Brookline Village
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Brookline Village Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Brookline Village, Brookline sell after 53 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Brookline Village, Brookline over the last 12 months is $1,685,000, up 411% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
This beautiful FIRST FLOOR 2-bedroom, 2-bath home is a true architectural gem, blending classic details with contemporary style. Step into the spacious foyer and feel immediately at home as you enter the sun-filled living and dining area, featuring gleaming hardwood floors, soaring ceilings, and elegant crown molding.Oversized windows invite in natural light and offer views of the lush, manicured
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Welcome home to this exclusive development in the heart of Brookline Village. This boutique collection of four newly renovated/created townhomes sets a new standard for elegant urban living. Each expansive residence features four bedrooms, three-and-a-half bathrooms, and finished lower levels, providing flexible living spaces ideal for families, entertaining, and working from home. The heart of
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Move in date – (8/1/2025) August 1st, 2025. Spacious 2 bed 2 bathroom apartment in Brookline, comes with 1 outdoor parking space. Steps away from Brookline Hill Station, Green D line, shuttles to Longwood medical area, bus stop and Route 9. Short commute to Longwood medical area or downtown Boston. Large living room, private balcony, central AC/Heat, washer and dryer – in unit, eat in kitchen
Short term furnished summer rental on Historic Pill Hill in Brookline. One of a kind, art filled contemporary home is an oasis of calm near the bustling city. Soaring ceilings & incredible natural light define the main living area including large living room w fireplace & piano, and a dining room that is open to chef’s kitchen. The back of the living room is a wall of glass w doors that open to
Available now! located in the sought-out area of Brookline, is a luxurious 2 bed/ 2 bath, condo, in a newer professionally managed, elevator building that epitomizes contemporary urban living. This property residence seamlessly blends modern aesthetics with functional design. The spacious open layout has lots of windows creating ample natural light throughout the entire unit. In unit laundry
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has Equal Renters and Owners
Demographics
Total Population
11,627
Median Age
37
Population Density
19 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$127,683
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$158,226
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.3%
College Graduates
81.3%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
54.2%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
77%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
43''
Average Winter Low Temperature
23°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
12''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
76/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
82/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
65/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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